Chief Kikisakeshi (Sake Sommelier) & Bar Manager
- Oversee the bar and beverage operations of the venue.
- Design and manage a sake-focused beverage offering.
- Manage staff selection, training, and compliance with regulations.
General Overview:
This position is responsible for organising and controlling the bar and beverage operations of the venue as a distinct hospitality establishment. The role oversees the full beverage programme, sake cellar, stock control, licensing compliance, staff management across the bar and floor team, and the commercial performance of the bar. The position requires specialist sake expertise to design and manage a sake-focused beverage offering, with a managerial focus on venue operations, compliance, and business control.
Key Responsibilities:
- Venue Operations Management: Direct and oversee the day-to-day operations of the bar, including opening and closing procedures, service standards, and venue presentation.
- Special Functions and Events: Plan and organise special functions, sake tastings, and beverage-focused events, including, omakase experience, masterclasses and seasonal menu launches.
- Beverage Programme Development: Design and curate the sake and beverage list, including sourcing, importing, and maintaining relationships with Japanese breweries and suppliers.
- Sake Cellar and Inventory Control: Manage the sake cellar and beverage inventory, including rotation, storage conditions, stocktake procedures, and minimising wastage.
- Staff Selection and Supervision: Control the selection, training, and supervision of bar and floor staff, including rostering, performance management, and product knowledge development.
- Financial and Budget Management: Manage the bar budget, including cost of goods sold, labour costs, and venue profitability, and oversee purchasing and pricing of beverage goods in accordance with budgetary targets.
- Record Keeping and Reporting: Maintain records of stock levels, financial transactions, and supplier accounts, and assess customer satisfaction to implement improvements.
- Regulatory Compliance: Observe liquor, health, and other relevant laws and regulations applicable to the licensed venue, including responsible service of alcohol obligations.
- Quality Monitoring: Monitor quality at all stages of beverage preparation and presentation, ensuring consistency with venue standards.
- Health and Safety Compliance: Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety regulations across the bar and service areas.
- Reception and Floor Coordination: Oversee reception and floor coordination during service, ensuring guest flow and venue capacity are managed effectively.
Skills & Experience Required:
- An AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma in Hospitality Management, or at least three years of relevant experience in bar or beverage management.
- One year full-time experience as a Bar Manager or in a similar hospitality management role.
- Demonstrated experience in roster management, stock control, and budget oversight in a licensed hospitality venue.
- Specialist knowledge of sake production, styles, and service (Kikisakeshi certification or equivalent highly desirable).
- Current Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) certification and relevant liquor licensing knowledge.
- Strong leadership and staff management skills, with experience supervising bar and floor teams.
- Proficiency in beverage cost control, supplier negotiation, and inventory management systems.
To Apply:
Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience. Applications will remain open for a minimum of 28 days from the date of this publication.
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